Student housing Boston
Boston is home to world-renowned universities, making it an eye-catcher for local and international students to stay there. The quality of higher education in Boston is exceptional and is top-rated compared to other cities. Casita is a student housing company with hundreds of rooms in Boston; there are many options, including en-suite rooms, self-contained studios, and bedroom apartments! Casita offers you a wide range of student housing in Boston for you to choose from according to your needs, budgets, and preferences.
About Boston
Boston is the state capital and most populous city in Massachusetts, as well as the cultural and financial centre of the New England region of the United States. It is the 24th most populous city in the country. Boston is widely known as “the birthplace of the American Revolution” since many historical events took place in the city during that time.
The city is also pretty famous for its delicate baked beans, its amazing Fenway Park, the annual Boston Marathon, and way more incredible outstanding things that make Boston one of the best cities in America and maybe even in the whole world. Nearly every Boston Hospital provides a high standard of medical care. It also has high-paying jobs, especially in the high-tech and biomedical fields. The city is incredibly diverse. You can meet people from almost any background, and you're unlikely to feel unwelcome or sad.
Suburbs in Boston
Boston has plenty of suburbs and areas for students to call home during their study period there. The best suburbs to live in during your stay in Boston include Bedford, Weston, Newton, Wellesley, and Brookline.
Bedford
A nice suburb full of forests, conservation areas, parks, and lakes. The town’s location along the Concord River means even more opportunities for beautiful nature walks and outdoor activities. Our student accommodation ESL Townhouse is located nearby and is four minutes away from the University of Boston.
Weston
A small city located 18 miles west of Boston. Despite its size, Weston is home to three museums, multiple golf and country clubs, great parks and dedicated hiking trails.
Newton
It is one of the largest suburbs in Boston; it is about 11 miles west of Boston and can be accessed by Boston commuter rail. With several conservation areas, parks, ponds and lakes, Newton is a beautiful place to call home. There are plenty of shopping plazas and restaurants to enjoy as well.
Wellesley
It is one of the wealthiest cities in the nation. Wellesley is located about 17 miles southwest of Boston. Best known for Wellesley College, a private women’s liberal arts college, Wellesley has a variety of restaurants, coffee shops, and bars. It is also home to beautiful parks.
Brookline
With over 59,000 residents and only about five miles away from Boston, Brookline is one of the largest suburbs. It is home to several museums and historic sites, including the John F. Kennedy National Historic Site, Larz Anderson Auto Museum, and the Frederick Law Olmstead National Historic Site. Additionally, Brookline has no shortage of parks, country clubs, and movie theatres.
Life in Boston
Boston is a global centre for higher education. With over 50 colleges and universities in the metropolitan area, the city is home to more than 250,000 students from around the globe. This high concentration of academic activity adds to Boston's vibrant, forward-thinking atmosphere. Boston is best known for its iconic baked beans, Fenway Park, the Boston Marathon, and, of course, the Cheers bar, but there's a surprising variety of things that make Boston one of the best cities in America and the world!
Cost of Living in Boston
The total living cost in Boston consists of your housing rent, food, travel, books and supplies, health expenses, and personal expenses. The average cost of living in Boston for students is $3316 per month. The average rent amount in Boston is $2511 per month. Living in Boston is more suitable for international students studying at Harvard University, MIT, Northeastern University, and Boston University.
Transportation in Boston
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority manages and regulates Boston's most popular public transportation alternatives, which include the subway (also known as the "T"), buses, commuter trains, water taxis, and ferries (MBTA). For us, walking is the greatest method to get around Boston. The efficient "T" metro system, which combines subways, trains, and trolleys along five separate lines, is the second-best mode when your itinerary takes you outside of the city centre.
Attractions in Boston
Boston is a city with plenty to offer. The city’s famous attractions, landmarks, and tourist destinations feature everything from museums and galleries to parks and natural scenery. Whatever you might be into, there is definitely a place for you to enjoy it in Boston!
Boston Tea Party Ships & Museum
The Boston Tea Party & Ships Museum is a floating history museum with live reenactments, multimedia exhibits, and a tearoom. You can join the famous event that forever changed the course of American history through a multi-sensory experience that includes live actors, interactive exhibits, and full-scale replica 18th-century sailing vessels!
Boston Common
Boston Common is a storied, nearly 50-acre urban park that hosted British troops during the American Revolution.
Franklin Park Zoo
Franklin Park Zoo is part of the Emerald Necklace of green spaces, which includes a zoo, golf course, and arboretum. Also, experienced educators offer an exciting array of programs to school groups, scouts, college students, nursing home residents, and children in after-school programs!
Museum of Fine Arts, Boston
The Museum of Fine Arts in Boston is a neoclassical museum that houses a vast collection of paintings from ancient Egyptian to contemporary American. Their renowned collection tells a multifaceted story of the human experience—a story that holds unique meaning for everyone.
Top Universities in Boston
There are several universities and educational institutions in Boston that offer high-quality education and are located close to our student housing. Here are some of the best and world-renowned universities.
Boston College
Boston College is a private research university in Boston, Massachusetts. The university is nonsectarian but has a historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. It was founded in 1839 by Methodists, with its original campus in Newbury, Vermont, before moving to Boston in 1867. Our student housing in Boston is either a short walk or a ride away from campus using public transport!
Boston University
Just like Boston College, Boston University is a private research university. It is also nonsectarian but with a historical affiliation with the United Methodist Church. The University is in close proximity to our student housing.
Harvard University
Harvard University is a private Ivy League research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Founded in 1636 as Harvard College and named for its first benefactor, the Puritan clergyman John Harvard. Harvard University is ranked #3 out of 443 National Universities!
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - MIT
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology is a private land-grant research university in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Established in 1861, MIT has played a key role in the development of modern technology and science and is one of the most prestigious and highly-ranked academic institutions in the world.
Simmons University
Simmons University is a private university in Boston, Massachusetts. It was established in 1899 by clothing manufacturer John Simmons. In 2018, it reorganised its structure and changed its name to a university. Its undergraduate program is women-focused, while its graduate programs are co-educational.
Nearby Cities
Besides having facilities for student accommodation in Boston, Casita offers student accommodation in these USA cities as well: Massachusetts, Cambridge, Chelsea, Abilene, Alhambra, and Everett.
